Flap Screw Liner and Inboard Plug Components

The contract is for the production of precision-machined metal components essential to aircraft flap systems, specifically structural liners and inboard plugs, which must be fabricated using aerospace-grade materials to meet stringent performance and safety standards. These components are critical to flight control functionality and must adhere to exacting dimensional and material specifications required in military and commercial aviation environments. The work is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the Small Business Administration are eligible to bid, reinforcing the intent to support small business participation in defense contracting. The opportunity was posted on June 22, 2026, with a response deadline of July 10, 2026, at 4:00 a.m. Eastern Time, and is managed by the DLA Aviation office under the Department of Defense. The North American Industry Classification System code is 332322, corresponding to forging and stamping operations, indicating the nature of the manufacturing process involved. Performance of the contract is expected to occur in Richmond, though no specific address is provided. The solicitation is accessible through the SAM.gov portal, but no point of contact is listed, suggesting all communications should be handled via the official procurement platform.